76DT001 Diamond T980 Tank Transporter TRC Western Desert 1942 option-set-168 Various changes were introduced over

Various changes were introduced over this period especially in the suspension which was the Achilles Heel of this design and our model represents construction over the 1952 1957 period

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76DT001 Diamond T980 Tank Transporter TRC Western Desert 1942 option-set-168 Various changes were introduced overDetails Used extensively by the Allied Armies, the vehicle comprised a 12 ton 6 x 4 axle M20 Diamond T model T980 ballast tractor and companion trailer. The vehicle originated in the USA, built by the Diamond T Company in Chicago who produced over 6,500 between 1941 1945. Designed as a heavy prime mover for tank transporting, the vehicle caught the attention of the British Army who purchased several thousands of the vehicle, which were subject to a